Reviewer M Ruffini
The first time I saw the "Backpack" line of shoes from New Balance, I knew that I'd one day be adding a pair to my collections of 574's. Nylon uppers just seems like a fantastic idea, since nylon is so easy to clean and keep clean. I liked the idea of being able to get them dirty, knowing that they'll clean up better then other 574's. Because of this, I might even wear them when I normally wouldn't want to get my shoes dirty.
I haven't had them long enough to make that decision, or know exactly how well they'll clean up, but there is something else different about them that immediately caught my attention. Ever since New Balance changed the manufacturing process for the 574's, I think they've been smaller and less comfortable then versions before that time. I just purchased another pair of 574's a couple of weeks back and noticed this immediately when putting them on, as I always do with a new pair of 574's nowadays.
This pair, however, feels more like the older 574's, because they're so comfortable. My first thought was that maybe they made them like the old ones, but after comparing them to numerous other pairs I have, both old and new, I don't think that's it. The soles still match the newer version (i.e. they're more narrow), but still, I'm pretty sure they have more toe room in the uppers, because they both look and feel as if they do.
I've been a little disappointed with every pair I've purchased, since they changed the manufacturing process, because they're just not as comfortable as they used to be. For whatever reason, these, however, seem closer to what I remember a new pair feeling like and that has me really happy. They are very comfortable shoes.
Reviewer Charisse Hayes
My husband had a red pair and so I got him the blue ones. He loves them. They are durable and comfortable.
Reviewer ROBERT L WOODLEY
These are the best shoes. Love the fit and look. I would buy these again in a heart beat. Rockport Rocks!
Reviewer Judy H Smith
I now have 4 pairs, fit comfort and wear are perfect.
The price is more then worth it. Finally a shoe wide enough and
adjusts to high archs on my large foot. Blends with sport to dress
casual.
Reviewer DOBH
These sneakers look awesome in leather! The materials are quality and they appear very well made. They run at least 1/2 size smaller, and are pretty narrow. If you order the next size up, they might work a lot better for you.
Reviewer BKD
Seem to be made well. Nice looking shoes.
Reviewer Cindy J Parker
Bought for my daughter for school who wears a 9 1/2 in women shoes, and purchased the 8 in these. The color is perfect and will order another for her.
Reviewer Heather E Ames
great sneakers!
Reviewer D J Hercules
i wish i would have bought some sooner. Most true to size shoe ive ever owned. The material is ridgid enough to slip on without using my hands but firm enough to where my feet dont move or slip out while walking. I also appreciate the wonderful insoles in them. I hiked 3 miles in these comfortably. I initially bought these as house loafers but bought another outdoor pair cuz i liked them so much.
Reviewer Sybil Y Reisch
I got these as a gift for my grandson and he says that they are very comfortable.
I definitely recommend these.